Stars Face Jets in High-Stakes Season Opener Tonight

WINNIPEG, Canada – The Dallas Stars are set to face off against the Winnipeg Jets tonight at 7:00 PM CT, marking the beginning of the 2025-26 NHL regular season. The matchup promises to bring excitement as the Stars, who are fresh off a playoff victory over the Jets last season, look to make a statement against the defending Presidents’ Trophy champions.

Last season, the Stars finished fifth overall in the NHL with a record of 50-26-6, while the Jets led the league with a 56-22-4 mark. Stars coach Glen Gulutzan, in his first season back as head coach after seven years as an assistant, expressed enthusiasm about the game. “We know who the top teams are,” Gulutzan said. “It’s a good time to get war tested.”

The Stars will be without captain Jamie Benn, who is sidelined due to a collapsed lung, but they have key players like Tyler Seguin, who led the team with 35 goals last season. Seguin, along with rising star Jason Robertson, hopes to carry the Stars to victory. Robertson has found success against the Jets previously, scoring seven points in his last 10 games against them.

Meanwhile, the Jets will feature Jonathan Toews, making his debut for Winnipeg in front of family and fans. “It’s a long season, but I’m happy to be back and hope to contribute,” Toews said. The Jets will also need to perform well despite missing notable players like captain Adam Lowry and Dylan Samberg due to injuries.

In their recent encounters, the Jets have struggled against the Stars. However, Coach Scott Arniel is optimistic and emphasized the importance of starting the season strong, especially against a division rival. “We want to set the tone for the year,” said Arniel. The game will be broadcast on TSN3 and available on radio through 680 CJOB.

Tonight’s match is crucial for both teams as they look to build momentum for the rest of the season and avoid early setbacks. The puck drops at 7 PM CT, and both sides are eager to kick off the season on a winning note.